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Two NFL players fined $7500 each for helmet/head hits in recent games; one led to concussion

Baseball concussions receiving more attention

US Open player who collapsed on court Wed. with concussion, withdraws from doubles

Doctors send Twins Morneau back home to rest; concussion symptoms persist from July 8 injury

ER visits for concussions rise significantly among youth athletes

WVa schools require concussed athletes to be evaluated immediately by medical personnel

Ask Dr. Scott Laker:
Seattle Sports Concussion Program

My high school does not have a concussion policy and we do not have a state law either. What can I do to ensure that athletes are properly cared for?

NFL toughens stance on concussions, acknowledging long-term risks and life-changing potential



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Recently released NFL helmet-impact test results should not be applied to collegiate, high school or youth helmets

NFL considers changes to camps and practices to limit concussions; concerned about sub-concussive hits

NCAA makes 3-man wedge illegal this year hoping to reduce concussions, same as NFL

Tennessee tightens concussion policies for coming school year

Study suggests athletes may need even more time after concussion to fully heal

NJ female teen athlete suffered 15 concussions now struggles daily

DC MLS star Namoff suspends career due to lingering symptoms from concussion suffered Sept 09

MLB All-Star players choosing reinforced helmets to reduce head injuries

Neuroplasticity: can our brains grow, change, and heal themselves at any age?

Emergency room visits for kids with head injuries increased 43% in the last five years

LaPorta passes neuropsychological test but doctors don't allow him to return to play

Indians LaPorta shows no sign of concussion after on-field collision and CT scan

High school softball adds concussion rule

Pro soccer player Twellman ends season due to symptoms from concussion suffered 2 years ago

Former Bengals receiver who died of unrelated causes showed signs of trauma-related brain damage at age 26

Pirates players collide leaving second baseman unconscious; out for series with concussion

Study shows most parents unaware of their local school's concussion policies

Six-yr-old sustains concussion attempting flip off diving board

Quebec bans bodychecking in youth hockey and reduces concussions significantly

Pro hockey player suffers post-concussion syndrome, symptoms originally confused with flu

Canadian amateur football association implements concussion rules to protect all amateur players

Neck muscle strength plays a role in concussion prevention

ESPN's Preston Plevetes' concussion story, former La Salle football player

Zackery Lystedt inspired WA State's concussion law, the Lystedt Law

Eagles wide receiver felt pressured by asst coach to return after concussion last season

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Air Force Academy basketball player plaqued by headaches since Nov. concussion, hopes new medication helps

Are headguards the answer for soccer players? Some athletes and coaches in ME believe so

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Interview with Dr Stanley Herring ...

Dr. Stanley Herring, Seattle Seahawks team physician and Co-Medical Director of the Seattle Sports Concussion Clinic testified at the congressional forum on high school football injuries in Houston,TX. As co-author of WA state's new Lystedt Law, which requires athletes to obtain medical return-to-play authorizations, Dr. Herring offers his views on the changes he's seen in the first 6 months.

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